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Oculoplastics Fellowship

Oculoplastics Fellowship

Professor

Duration

  • 2 years

Curriculum & Activities

  • Train for and gain responsibilities in:
    • Fundación CODET (CODET Vision Institute’s Foundation, non-profit patient care)
    • CODET Vision Institute (private consultation)
  • Obtain first responder experience with medical phone calls and private emergency management
  • Hands-on experience in the detection and management of all Oculoplastic pathologies
  • Hands-on experience in the performance and interpretation of all diagnostic studies in Oculoplastics
  • Attendance and active participation in multidisciplinary activities
  • Preparation, attendance, and active participation in the academic sessions of the Department of Oculoplastics and other services of the institution
  • Attendance and active participation in the Virtual General Monthly Academic Sessions with invited professors from all over the world
  • Preparation and presentation of academic cases
  • Participation in research protocols
  • Active participation in public and private detection campaigns at CODET’s private practice, at Fundación CODET, and at our mobile unit
  • Study and follow the standard operating procedures of CODET Vision Institute
  • Produce at least one publication and participate in at least 2 national and/or international congresses per year
  • Rotation to a different oculoplastic center in Mexico or to another part of the world is possible after 6 weeks in the fellowship program

Procedures

  • Participate in all CODET private and Fundación CODET surgeries as a surgeon or as an assistant
    • Master the most common surgical procedures for eyelid surgery:
      • Biopsies
      • Eyelid trauma resolution
      • Ectropion and entropion surgery
      • Management of eyelid ptosis
      • Blepharoplasty
    • Master the most common orbital surgical procedures:
      • Repair of orbital fractures
      • Orbital biopsy
  • In cosmetic cases, be able to provide a comprehensive treatment, aided by non-invasive procedures (neurotoxin, fillers)
  • In the case of tumors, master the most useful techniques for eyelid reconstruction

Diagnostic and Surgical Technology

  • At CODET we have everything you need both in the medical office and the operating room, so you can effectively resolve the pathologies that occur in this subspecialty

Necessary Skills and Attributes

  • Mastery of basic surgical techniques
  • Prioritization of your professional development and ethics 
  • Proactive mindset
  • Self-motivated
  • Great attitude towards patients, teachers, and teammates
  • Leadership skills
  • High sense of urgency, commitment, and responsibility
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Effective communication skills 
  • Available at all times

Requirements

  • Updated Curriculum Vitae, including the number of cataract surgeries performed to date.
  • Eligibility to become a member of the Mexican Board of Ophthalmology (Consejo Mexicano de Oftalmología).
  • Formal letter of intent to apply for the Fellowship at CODET Vision Institute.
  • ENARM exam results.
  • Two letters of recommendation from ophthalmologist physicians.
  • One letter of recommendation from the Head of Education/Training.
  • Copy of the Medical Doctor (MD) degree.
  • Copy of the Ophthalmology specialty degree.
  • Copy of the professional license (Cédula Profesional) as a Medical Doctor.
  • Physicians who completed studies abroad must complete the revalidation process of their university and ophthalmology specialty degrees with the Mexican authorities and obtain their professional license (Cédula Profesional).

***Foreign nationals (non-Mexican citizenship) must apply for their immigration permit at the Mexican consulate in their country or country of residence.